Main Attractions
The Malindi Marine Nature Reserve is a beautiful protected area on the east coast of Kenya. The main attractions of these two marine parks are:
- Some of the best snorkelling and diving along the African east coast
- Try your luck at some excellent deep-sea fishing
- Stunning white palm-fringed beaches
- Turtle hatching and breeding
- Excellent bird watching
- Water sports
Diving and snorkelling in an underwater paradise
Snorkelling and diving are some of the best ways to really appreciate what is down there, but even if you are not keen to stick your head under water you can still marvel at the underwater world with a glass bottom boat trip.
Deep-sea fishing
Fishing is not allowed within the two marine parks, but limited fishing is allowed within the reserve and deep-sea fishing is a popular activity.
Stunning white palm-fringed beaches
Sunbathing can be done anywhere on the reserve’s beaches but a popular spot is Magic Island which disappears at high tide and magically re-appears at low tide.
Turtle hatching and breeding
Green and hawksbill turtle breed in the park, and you can also find other turtles as well as dolphins and about 300 species of fish.
Birdwatching
Many birds can be found in the reserve and guided tours are possible.
Watersports
Other watersports are also very popular and all are offered along the coast. Think windsurfing, kite surfing, and surfing as well as jet skiing, parasailing and dhow sailing. What better way to end the day on a traditional dhow, having a drink whilst the sun sets in a beautiful African sky.